1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Dacia Logan

To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan.

Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mercury Comet 2010 Dacia Logan
Make Mercury Dacia
Model Comet Logan
Year Released 1966 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4738 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 382 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2910 mm


 

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